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NHL Trade Deadline: Rangers, Jets Eye Key Players

2/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

With the March 7 NHL trade deadline looming, the New York Rangers are poised to shake things up, potentially trading Ryan Lindgren and Reilly Smith to bolster their playoff chances. Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets have set their sights on Brock Boeser, while the Ottawa Senators are urged to keep captain Brady Tkachuk to finally break their playoff drought.

History

Historical Context

As the NHL trade deadline approaches, teams like the Rangers and Jets aim to enhance playoff chances. Historically, trades have shaped seasons; for instance, the 2013 trade of Jarome Iginla to Pittsburgh transformed the Penguins' playoff run, highlighting the impact of strategic moves in hockey's competitive landscape.

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Story summary

With the March 7 NHL trade deadline looming, the New York Rangers are poised to shake things up, potentially trading Ryan Lindgren and Reilly Smith to bolster their playoff chances. Meanwhile, the Winnipeg Jets have set their sights on Brock Boeser, while the Ottawa Senators are urged to keep captain Brady Tkachuk to finally break their playoff drought.

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